Carol Ann Kennedy's Obituary
Carol Ann Kennedy, age 85, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. Carol was born May 3, 1938 in Muskegon to Roy and Virginia (Chubb) Murray and lived her entire life in the area. On September 2, 1961, she married David Lee Kennedy in Muskegon and he preceded her in death on August 30, 2009. Carol was a longtime member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and had volunteered many years as a Brownie Leader. She loved spending time with her daughter, Kim, around town at the Farmer’s Market or getting her favorite latte from Barnes and Noble and on the beach at Pere Marquette where she met her husband, David. Survivors include her daughter, Kimberly Ann (Bob) Gautraud; 4 grandsons, Sam Gautraud, Jack (fiancee, Sarah) Gautraud, Ben Gautraud, Tom Gautraud; and 2 brothers, Dr. Robert (Robin) Murray and William Murray. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and 2 brothers, Phil and Chuck Murray. Private Family Services will be held. For those wishing to make an expression of sympathy, please consider a donation to the Robbinswood Assisted Living Activity Fund. Arrangements handled by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI 49444. Sign the online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com
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